Lot 302
- 302
Natural pearl and diamond pendent necklace
Estimate
145,000 - 240,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- natural pearl, diamond, metal
Set with a button shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 13.75 x 13.80 x 9.67mm, suspending a pendant of scroll design millegrain-set with circular-, single-cut and rose diamonds, supporting three natural pearl drops measuring approximately 8.45 x 8.55 x 10.70mm, 10.25 x 10.35 x 16.30mm and 8.60 x 8.70 x 10.50mm, all of grey tint, from a later seed pearl chain, length approximately 460mm.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 73329, stating that the four pearls were found to be natural, saltwater, with no indications of artificial colour modification, and that due to the setting, the smaller pearls have not been tested.
Stamped with French assay marks for platinum. According to the SSEF, the button shaped pearl weighs 12.69 carats (50.77 grains) and measures 13.75 13.80 x 9.67 mm and the drop shaped pearls weigh approximately 5.3 carats (21 grains), 11 carats (44 grains) and 5.5 carats (22 grains), and measure approximately 8.45 8.55 x 10.70 mm, 10.25 10.35 x 16.30 mm and 8.60 8.70 x 10.50 mm, they are light grey to light brownish grey, partly with rosé and green overtones, with medium to good lustre, a little pitting and growth marks; for further information please refer to the report. Seed pearls of silvery white to cream body colour. Diamonds bright and lively. Clasp secure. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 19 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."